Getting your cat to stop scratching certain objects requires a two-pronged approach. Here’s some help in redirecting the behavior.

By Karen Commings

Not long after you’ve invested in new furniture, your cat picks her favorite spot. And it’s not where she wants to take a nap, either. It’s the place she’s chosen to give herself a pedicure, and soon that beautiful new sofa looks like it’s gone through a shredder.

Some cats prefer to claw vertical surfaces, while others like horizontal or even sloped surfaces. You need to pay attention to your cat’s preferences!

Why Cats Claw…

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